2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 658 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | C | Defender |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
