2012 Opel Combo vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2012 Opel Combo and 2012 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Combo | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Combo | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |