2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 841 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | Vision |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
