Volkswagen Caravelle 2015 vs Mercedes Vito 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 95 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 109 HP more power than Mercedes Vito, whereas torque is 200 NM more than Mercedes Vito. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 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 (Volkswagen Caravelle) 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. | |||
| 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: | 4.90 m | 5.01 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.97 m | 1.90 m | |
| Volkswagen Caravelle is 10 cm shorter than the Mercedes Vito, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Caravelle is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 730 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
5800 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Caravelle is 0.1 metres more than that of the Mercedes Vito. | |||
| Gross weight: | 3`080 kg | 3`050 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 20 800 | 22 400 | |
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