2001 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Combo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
