2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
