2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
