2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 10 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
