2003 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura MDX 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, 2003 Acura MDX 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro. 2003 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura MDX | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | MDX | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |