2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5784 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 361 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |
