1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (147 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |