2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 7 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | E | LR2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |