1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | ML |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |