2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
