2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Espace | Vito |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |