2012 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen GTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen GTD would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Combo | GTD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
