2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will. 2001 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vaneo | Will |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
