2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivaro | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
