2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2002 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | Vito |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
