2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |