2005 Lada Oka vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 829 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oka | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
