2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 986 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
