2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vivaro | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Vivaro | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |