2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 480 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | Vaneo | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |