2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |