2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
