2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |