2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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 219 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | Vito | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |