2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vito | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
