1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 760 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
