2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Qashqai | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |