2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.2 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 | 2717 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 96 L |