2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
