2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 839 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | C | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2745 mm |