1996 Steyr G-series vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Steyr G-series. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 618 kg more than 1996 Steyr G-series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Steyr G-series | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Steyr | Land Rover |
Model | G-series | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |