2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vaneo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
