2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | E | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |