2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | G | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |