2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2005 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | Viano | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |