2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vivaro | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
