2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 207 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vivaro | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
