Mercedes G class engine produces 102 HP more power than Land Rover Defender, whereas torque is 240 NM more than Land Rover Defender.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
10.1
Fuel tank capacity:
96 litres
60 litres
700 km with real consumption
550 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Engines
Engine production duration:
20 years
5 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML
Used also on Land Rover Discovery
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes G class might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
yes
no
The Mercedes G class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Mercedes G class is 33 cm longer than the Land Rover Defender, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes G class is 15 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
250 litres
no data
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
12.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes G class is 1 metres less than that of the Land Rover Defender, which means Mercedes G class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
