2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 1298 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B3000. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | B3000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |