Mercedes Vito 2003 vs Renault Trafic 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 88 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 19.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
|
Renault Trafic is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes Vito engine produces 2 HP less power than Renault Trafic, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Renault Trafic. Due to the lower power, Mercedes Vito reaches 100 km/h speed 11.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.9 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 90 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Renault Trafic) 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Vivaro, Nissan Primastar | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Trafic might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | no data | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | no data | 1.96 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`770 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 5000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mercedes Vito has
|
Renault Trafic has
| |