2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 164 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vaneo | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
