2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 93 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
