2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
