2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
