2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Smart Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | Vaneo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
