2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |