2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
