2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LaCrosse | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3100 mm |