2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2003 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Vaneo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
