2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
