2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 80 L |
