2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
