2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |