2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |