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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
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 | 4394 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |