2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2266 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
