2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |