2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 178 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
