2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 154 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |