2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 69 L |
