2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | E500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
