2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
