2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 323 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |