2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.
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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Scenic | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
