2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 147 kg more than 2011 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Vito | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |