2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1227 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
