2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | Vito | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 129 L |