2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
