2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |