2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 604 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.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | Vaneo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
