2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
