2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 217 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 947 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 2002 Mazda 2. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |