2000 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |