1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | G |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |