2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |