1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2006 Mazda MPV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | MPV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
