2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
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 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 403 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Vito | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
