2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 64 L |
