2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vaneo | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
