1994 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 562 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Orion | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
