1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 527 kg more than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | G |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |