2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 11 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (439 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | GL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 439 Nm | 617 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3075 mm |