2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | Roadster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 439 Nm | 196 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |