2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
