2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 2 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, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens 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 501 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | Vito | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 12 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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |