2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 475 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
