2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForFour | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
