Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.
Performance
Power:
133 HP
143 HP
Torque:
182 NM
215 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
15.1 seconds
Toyota Hiace engine produces 10 HP less power than Mercedes Vito, whereas torque is 33 NM less than Mercedes Vito.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
11.5
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
78 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes Vito) 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 (Toyota Hiace) 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:
17 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Toyota Avensis, Toyota Picnic, Toyota Carina E
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Hiace might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Mercedes Vito engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
4.69 m
4.66 m
Width:
1.69 m
1.88 m
Height:
2.27 m
1.84 m
Toyota Hiace is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes Vito, 19 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Hiace is 43 cm higher.
