2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Vivaro | CT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
