2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vito | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
