2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 798 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). 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 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 361 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22.3 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
