2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 649 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Panda | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |