2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (257 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Freelander | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 257 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |