Mercedes Vito 2010 vs Ford Galaxy 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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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 | 9.6 seconds | |
| Mercedes Vito engine produces 85 HP less power than Ford Galaxy, whereas torque is 150 NM less than Ford Galaxy. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 68 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 (Ford Galaxy) 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 | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.92 m | |
| Height: | 1.90 m | 1.75 m | |
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Mercedes Vito is smaller, but higher. Mercedes Vito is 8 cm shorter than the Ford Galaxy, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes Vito is 16 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 2339 litres | |
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Mercedes Vito has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Ford Galaxy may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes Vito is 0.2 metres less than that of the Ford Galaxy. | |||
| Gross weight: | 3`050 kg | 2`600 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 22 400 | 10 200 | |
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