2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 991 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |