1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | MPV | LR4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2885 mm |