2005 Opel Combo vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 107 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Combo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
