2009 Opel Combo vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Combo | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Combo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
