2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 508 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Vito | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |