1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 64 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
