Mercedes Vito 2003 vs Toyota Previa 2001
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 13.6 seconds | |
| Mercedes Vito engine produces 7 HP less power than Toyota Previa, but torque is 20 NM more than Toyota Previa. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 75 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 (Toyota Previa) 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 | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Avensis, Toyota Corolla, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Corolla Verso | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Previa might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes Vito engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Toyota Previa 2001 2.0 engine: The engine was known for its solid technical characteristics.
One of its drawbacks is the lack of hydraulic lifters, requiring periodic valve clearance adjustments. The next-generation 1AD-FTV engine was equipped with ... More about Toyota Previa 2001 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | no data | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | no data | 1.77 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 495 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 2370 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`200 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 2200 | |
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