1994 Renault Express vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | B |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
