1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 620 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |