2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vivaro | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
