1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. 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 1995 Holden Statesman. 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Statesman | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
