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


 

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