2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vaneo | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
