2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 816 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
Model | Vito | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |