2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Mazda 3

To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Range Rover 2007 Mazda 3
Make Land Rover Mazda
Model Range Rover 3
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1594 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 5500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 83.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 208 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2510 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4500 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


 

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