2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |