2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1418 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |