2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | Vaneo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
