1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |