2012 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 814 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A | Vito |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |