2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 754 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
