2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 565 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
