1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 213 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Cavalier | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
