2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 195 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Honda HR-V | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | HR-V | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |