2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Freelander | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2329 mm |