2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 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 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |