2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 648 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
Torque | 640 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 22.3 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |