2011 Opel Combo vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Combo | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Combo | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 56 L |
