2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
