2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
