2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S80 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
