2002 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Rover 75 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 75 | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |