2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Vito | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |