1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 280 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
