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:
110 HP
143 HP
Torque:
190 NM
215 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
15.1 seconds
Volkswagen Caravelle engine produces 33 HP less power than Mercedes Vito, whereas torque is 25 NM less than Mercedes Vito.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes Vito engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
3 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
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. Mercedes Vito might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.79 m
4.66 m
Width:
1.84 m
1.88 m
Height:
1.94 m
1.84 m
Volkswagen Caravelle is 13 cm longer than the Mercedes Vito, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Caravelle is 10 cm higher.
