2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
