2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 427 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Mobilio | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
