2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | Vaneo | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |