2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Opel Vivaro and 2008 Renault Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Because 2008 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vivaro | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
