2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Land Rover Freelander and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 2. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
