2009 Opel Combo vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Combo | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Combo | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |