Opel Vivaro 2015 vs Mercedes Vito 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 145 HP | 95 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Opel Vivaro engine produces 50 HP more power than Mercedes Vito, whereas torque is 90 NM more than Mercedes Vito. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 75 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Opel Vivaro) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes Vito) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes Vito might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes Vito 2010 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes Vito 2010 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.00 m | 5.24 m | |
| Width: | 1.96 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.97 m | 1.90 m | |
| Opel Vivaro is 24 cm shorter than the Mercedes Vito, 6 cm wider, while the height of Opel Vivaro is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 1000 litres | 970 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
3200 litres | no data | |
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Opel Vivaro has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Opel Vivaro has 30 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes Vito. The Mercedes Vito may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 12.5 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`960 | 3`050 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 000 | 23 400 | |
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