2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 400 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |
