2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 164 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
