2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Durango 2010 Opel Vivaro
Make Dodge Opel
Model Durango Vivaro
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 90 L


 

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