2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | E | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 280 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
