2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | E | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2878 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 104 L |
