2002 Honda Logo 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 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Honda Logo. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Logo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logo | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
