2007 Opel Combo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Combo. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Combo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Combo 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Opel Volkswagen
Model Combo Golf
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 165 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1257 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 55 L


 

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