2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1299 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
