2004 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |