2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | VehiCross | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3300 mm |
