2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | 6 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
