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How does a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen compare to a classic Land Rover Defender re-engineered by Helderburg?
In part one, Paul compares a 2018 Mercedes-Benz G550 (W463) with a 2000 classic Land Rover Defender 110 by Helderburg. Both keep the solid-axle engineering enthusiasts appreciate, but they drive very differently.
We compare ride quality, handling, power, torque, steering, cabin space, passenger comfort, road noise, refinement, rarity and public perception.
The G-Wagen offers stronger acceleration and higher-speed performance. The Helderburg gives more cabin space, greater passenger comfort and a controlled, confident ride.
Part two will compare the Helderburg with the latest-generation G-Wagen.
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I'll TAKE BOTH, NO MORE ISSUES DECIDING
El G es muy superior, no hay color
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Both are gud muscular..but the luxuri 63. Off roder defender..and this is bbt…..❤
I've owned G Wagons for 20 years (3 versions) and a Classic Defender 110 for a decade (not a Helderburg) but I had a Range Rover V8 installed. Couple of thoughts – IMHO the biggest difference between the two is the weight of the vehicles. The G Wagon weighs over 5,500 lbs while the Classic Defender weighs in at 4,500 lbs and the driver can feel the 1,000lb difference. While the G Wagon has more power, getting that extra weight moving takes slightly longer and steering feels a little more sluggish because of the weight. The Defender feels quicker and easier to steer. Back when G Wagons were "new" to the US (2002-2008 period) they were rare and got noticed. Today – everyone's seen them around and while they're spendy, they don't get the same attention level they once did. The Defender – same today as it was 10 years ago – a well restored classic defender (like a Heldeburg) gets people pointing and asking questions. If you want something rare – go with the Defender.
If your g wagen is "twitchy" around corners there's something wrong with it. I have the same truck and it is VERY solid on the turns and curves.
new G wagons are not real " G's. full of problematic Tech , screens everywhere .. over priced . I love my 2012
The defender is a great platform
Price difference?
I prefer the Mercedes—it's beautiful, it's a beast
i have them both, but manufacture standard . they are differ to each other.
Why not compare to the same year G?
I have both, I can tell you I enjoy both. I daly drive all my cars and trucks in a collection of 17 and I do not own anything newer then a year 2018 vehicle.
2 favorite are the Defender and the G. Now, the G has a bit more comfort in the width but the defender is funner to drive.
Does the Defender have better off-road capability than the Mercedes, too? Although it’s not a fair comparison, since the Defender is heavily modified—what if you modified the Mercedes the same way? Then again, the G-Wagon is an excellent off-roader even in stock form… You're mistaken about the handling; the Defender has been modified and upgraded—if it were stock, it would handle like a tractor… whereas the G-Wagon handles better than the Defender in stock condition.
I had them both now I have a Grenadier I didn’t need all the fancy shit… The Ineos feels super tough …is my fav
5 cylinder for the landrover? Hmmm if it’s a 300tdi it’s 4 cylinder
gwagon
Amo .. D E F E N D E R .
Land Rover Defender😍