2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 244 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 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 2007 Mazda 6. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |