2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | 2 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
