2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
