2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |