2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (185 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |