2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | V |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |