2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 33 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Vaneo | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |