2004 Kia Cerato vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2004 Kia Cerato and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Kia Cerato (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Cerato | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cerato | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |