2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | Vito |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |