2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 776 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | Vito | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
