1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 921 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lantra | Vito |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |