2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Beetle | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
