2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Vito | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |