2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1662 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 2011 Mazda 2. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
