Land Rover Discovery vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
When we compare the Land Rover Discovery's and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Land Rover Discovery's and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a better car than the Land Rover Discovery.
Land Rover Discovery vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Pricing
A used 2004 Land Rover Discovery ranges from $6,116 to $29,674 while a used 2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class is priced between $2,530 to $9,875.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Land Rover Discovery’s base engine makes 217 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class base engine makes 232 horsepower. The Discovery is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 336 miles. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 374 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz M-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Land Rover Discovery. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6116 - 29674
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507033
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2530 - 9875
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Land Rover Discovery Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.618806 / 10
Reliability:
7.737612 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Land Rover Discovery Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
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4 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
10 out of / 22Ranking
10 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 33Ranking
42 out of / 59Ranking
43 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Land Rover Discovery Trim Levels
HSE, S, SE
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 350, ML 500
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
217 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7700 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
232 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 14 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
264 / 336 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 17 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4576 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
76.4 inches
Length:
185.2 inches
Wheelbase:
100 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4819 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
71.7 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/60R17