2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 525 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Vaneo | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |