2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |