2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |