2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
