2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |