2005 Opel Combo vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
