2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR2 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
