2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Saab | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 03-Sep | Vito |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |