2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 432 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vivaro | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vivaro | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |