2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 186 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5500 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 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
