2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1288 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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 2004 Mazda 3. 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 (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |