2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 588 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |