2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
