2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery 3 | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |