2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
