2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 317 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vivaro | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vivaro | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |