Petrol engines (Volkswagen Caravelle) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes Vito) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Performance
Power:
115 HP
95 HP
Torque:
170 NM
250 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
17.3 seconds
n/a seconds
Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 20 HP more power than Mercedes Vito, but torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes Vito.
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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.89 m
5.24 m
Width:
1.90 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.99 m
1.90 m
Volkswagen Caravelle is 35 cm shorter than the Mercedes Vito, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Caravelle is 9 cm higher.
