2002 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Sharan | Combo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
