1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Applause | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
