2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
