2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vivaro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
