2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | Vito |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |