2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Elantra | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |