2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1679 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | 3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2013 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2745 mm |