2010 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2672 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2878 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |
