2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
