2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 528 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
