2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 75 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
