2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | Viano | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
