2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model Vaneo B
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1898 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 54 L


 

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