2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |