2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 918 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz E 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Mercedes-Benz Land Rover
Model E Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2008 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2638 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1783 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 88 L


 

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