2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | R | LR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |