2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
