2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2001 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
