2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
