2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
