2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 486 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Vito | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
