2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Land Rover LR3 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 736 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |