2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | Vaneo | A5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |