2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 62 L |