2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 806 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vito | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |
