2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (508 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | Vision | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
