2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR4.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | E | LR4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |