2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro and 2008 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivaro | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
