2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 610 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |