2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 813 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Vaneo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1898 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
