2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avenger | Vito |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |
