1998 Ford Triton 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 Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Ford Triton. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Triton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Triton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Triton has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Triton 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 Triton | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Triton | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
