2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
