2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Land Rover Range Rover 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Land Rover Mercedes-Benz
Model Range Rover C
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1797 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 85.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 78.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2515 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 62 L


 

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