2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
