2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | Vito | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |