2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Vito | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |