1990 Rover Metro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Rover Metro 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Rover Mercedes-Benz
Model Metro B
Year Released 1990 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 181 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 54 L


 

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