2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |
