2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Combo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 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 | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
