2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
