2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 253 kg more than 2000 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda 323. 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 (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2000 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Freelander | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |