2000 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | V | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
