2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vito | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
