2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |