2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 Mazda MPV.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MPV. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MPV. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | MPV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
