2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1200 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |