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


 

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