2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Mazda MX | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | MX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |