2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 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 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | V | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2745 mm |
