2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1343 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | Vaneo | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
