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Ford Transit Transporter vs Vauxhall Vivaro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (269 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (39900 £ vs 33200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Transporter or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Ford Transit Transporter

Vauxhall Vivaro

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Vivaro has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33200 £, while the Ford Transit Transporter costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6732 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Vivaro manages with 6.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Ford Transit Transporter with 7.90 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Transit Transporter: with 21.30 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 23.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs minimal better – achieving up to 352 km, about 35 km more than the Ford Transit Transporter.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Transit Transporter has a evident edge – offering 269 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Vivaro performs noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Ford Transit Transporter tops out at 120 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Transit Transporter pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 430 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers noticeable more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Vivaro is evident lighter – 1722 kg compared to 2074 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Transit Transporter performs clearly better – up to 14100 L, which is about 8000 L more than the Vauxhall Vivaro.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Transporter significantly takes the win – 2607 kg compared to 1226 kg. That’s a difference of about 1381 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Transit Transporter shows itself to be offers a more balanced package and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £39,900
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Ford Transit Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 105 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 10.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.3 - 32 kWh
  • Electric Range : 247 - 317 km
Ford Transit Transporter
Vauxhall Vivaro

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Ford Transit Transporter

The Ford Transit is the no-nonsense workhorse that turns heavy-duty hauling into a surprisingly civilized experience, with a cabin that favors practicality over pretense. It’s the go-to for tradespeople and fleet managers who want reliability, adaptability and low running headaches — not showy gimmicks.

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
39900 - 69100 £
Price
33200 - 52500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 10.3 L
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 32 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh
Electric Range
247 - 317 km
Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Battery Capacity
68 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 270 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
3 - 6
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2074 - 2765 kg
Curb weight
1722 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5531 - 6704 mm
Length
4980 - 5331 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
2530 - 2778 mm
Height
1890 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
9300 - 14100 L
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6100 L
Payload
735 - 2607 kg
Payload
840 - 1226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
105 - 269 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
120 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 185 km/h
Torque
310 - 430 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
77 - 198 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3

General

Model Year
2019 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Transporter have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.