2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
