2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,496 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2005 Mazda 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 2005 Mazda 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |