1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 13 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 269 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |