1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 341 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1994 GMC Typhoon | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Typhoon | Freelander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |