2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | GLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2115 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
