2012 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Combo | Passat |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
