2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
