2001 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 75 | B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
