1998 Holden Nova vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Nova | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |