2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (630 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
