2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 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 2,606 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |
