2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 406 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | MDX | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1613 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 | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |