2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra 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 391 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | Vito | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |