1998 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 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 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJR | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |