2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |