2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 607 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vivaro | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
