2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 121 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
