2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 713 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | E500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
