2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 320 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2010 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | Vito | Genesis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4976 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2936 mm |