2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |