1997 BMW Z3 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 11 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW Z3. 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z3 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
