2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 8 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 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 649 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.
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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | E | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2596 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2745 mm |