2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 7 kg more than 2013 Infiniti JX.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2013 Infiniti JX 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. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | Vito | JX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2901 mm |
