2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
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 Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.5 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 | 1524 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |