2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |