2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TS-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TS-50 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50. 2000 Ford TS-50 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TS-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TS-50 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model TS-50 Vito
Year Released 2000 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 330 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3210 mm


 

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