2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
