2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Vito | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |