2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RAV4 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
