2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, both 2003 Land Rover Discovery and 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
