2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Beetle and 2012 Opel Combo 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 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Beetle | Combo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |