2008 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Trevis would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 824 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Trevis | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Trevis | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
