2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP) has 281 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3220 mm |
