2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 64 L |
