2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 96 L |
