2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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 170 kg more than 2003 Audi A4.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
