2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
