2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (382 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
