2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vito | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
