2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (213 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (310 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 54 L |
