2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo 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 961 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Vito | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
