2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | Vito | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |