2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR2 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |