2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 1013 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |