1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Pickster | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
