2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | Vito | C30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |