2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |