2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | LR2 | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |