2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 121 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 537 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |