2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | LR2 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
