Mercedes Vito 2003 vs Ford S-Max 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
| Mercedes Vito engine produces 31 HP less power than Ford S-Max, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Ford S-Max. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 70 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Ford S-Max) 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 | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Ford Mondeo, Ford Focus, Ford Galaxy, Ford C-Max | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Ford S-Max might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | no data | 4.77 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | no data | 1.66 m | |
| Seats: | no data | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 854 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 854 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 2100 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`505 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 4000 | |
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