2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito and 2009 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 234 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vito | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
