2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.

Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Tacoma 2011 Opel Combo
Make Toyota Opel
Model Tacoma Combo
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2694 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 52 L


 

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