2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Forester | 2011 Opel Combo | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Forester | Combo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |