2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Strada | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |