2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vaneo | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1898 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
