2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patriot | Vito |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
