2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 83 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vaneo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
