2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (640 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
