2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1421 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | C | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
