2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |