2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 552 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vaneo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
