2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vivaro | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2615 mm |