2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 96 L |