2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 244 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Vito | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
