2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vivaro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
