2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |
