2012 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B | Vito |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 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 Length | 4359 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2699 mm | 3010 mm |
