2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 195 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |