2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Smart | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
