2011 Opel Vivaro vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Vivaro | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vivaro | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |