2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | C | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2745 mm |
