2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestar | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |