2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
