1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 633 kg more than 1998 Ford F-150. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | F-150 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
