2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
