2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | Vaneo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |