2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 4,396 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |