2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 266 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.
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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
