2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2003 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 449 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Vaneo | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1898 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |