2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 996 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | MX-3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |