2012 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Combo | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
