2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |