2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |
