2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR2 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |