2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 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), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 682 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 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 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | E | LR4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |