2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | S | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2550 mm |
