1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 658 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | C | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |