2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
