2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
