2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
