2005 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taurus | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
