2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2011 Land Rover Freelander
Make Mazda Land Rover
Model 6 Freelander
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 3191 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 317 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1491 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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