2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 157 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vaneo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
