2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2006 Ford Maverick and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick. 2006 Ford Maverick 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. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | Vito |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
