2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | CLS | LR3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |