2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 372 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
