2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Combo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
