2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 599 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Envoy | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |