2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |