2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 946 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |