Mercedes Vito 2010 vs Volkswagen Caravelle 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 95 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
| Mercedes Vito engine produces 85 HP less power than Volkswagen Caravelle, whereas torque is 150 NM less than Volkswagen Caravelle. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 80 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| 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: | 4.76 m | 5.29 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.90 m | 1.99 m | |
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Mercedes Vito is smaller. Mercedes Vito is 53 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Caravelle, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes Vito is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`050 | 3`000 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 23 400 | 16 800 | |
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