1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (124 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.

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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Breeze 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
Make Plymouth Mercedes-Benz
Model Breeze Vaneo
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1898 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 85.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 54 L


 

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