2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (208 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |