2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
