2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | 911 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |