2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1502 kg more than 2005 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 Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Opel Combo | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Combo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
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 | 297 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |