2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Passat | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |