2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | E | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
