2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vivaro | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vivaro | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |