2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 878 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |