2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 556 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | Vito | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |