2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
