1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |