2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vito | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
