2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 837 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | MPV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
