1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 975 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
