2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,994 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | C |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2994 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |