2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | 2 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |