2005 Honda Z vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z | Vito |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
