2005 Opel Combo vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 567 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Combo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
