2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FR-V | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |