2012 Opel Combo vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Combo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2635 mm |
