2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
