2005 Opel Combo vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Combo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
