2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 ML (631 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
