2012 Opel Combo vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, both 2012 Opel Combo and 2012 Porsche Panamera were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Opel Combo | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Combo | Panamera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |