2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1504 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Opel Combo | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Combo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |