2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
