2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2005 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Fiat Croma 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. 2005 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
Model | Vaneo | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |