2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2008 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | Vaneo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |