1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | Xedos 9 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |