2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Combo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
