2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
