2012 Opel Vivaro vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 258 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Vivaro | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vivaro | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2645 mm |