2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Land Rover LR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |