2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo 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 415 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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 (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Vaneo | Echo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |