2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vivaro | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivaro | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
