2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vito | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
