2004 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

To start off, both 2004 Toyota Celica and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica 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 321 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.

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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Celica 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model Celica Vaneo
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1689 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 54 L


 

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