2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 155 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Vaneo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |