2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 235 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | Vaneo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |