2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Versa 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 728 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Versa | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |