1996 Isuzu Amigo vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Isuzu Amigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Isuzu Amigo would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Isuzu Amigo. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Isuzu Amigo.
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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Isuzu Amigo. (195 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Isuzu Amigo. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1996 Isuzu Amigo has manual transmission. 1996 Isuzu Amigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Isuzu Amigo | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Amigo | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
