2011 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Volvo V70 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V70 | Vito |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |