2011 Opel Combo vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Combo | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Combo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
