2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
