2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2009 Land Rover Freelander and 2009 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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 2009 Mazda B2300. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
