2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP) has 316 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 617 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
