2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
