2010 Opel Vivaro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Vivaro | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vivaro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
