1999 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avensis | Vaneo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |