2008 Kia Spectra vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Kia Spectra 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra.
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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Spectra | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |