2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 651 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | Vito |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
