2009 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2009 BMW 316 and 2009 Opel Vivaro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 BMW 316.
Because 2009 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
