1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
