2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 526 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | Vito |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |