2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,146 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper 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. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | Vito | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |