2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vivaro | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vivaro | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |