2009 Opel Combo vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Combo | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Combo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
