2009 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS 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 255 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lexus GS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | Vito |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |