2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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 909 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. 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) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |