1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 412 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Dedra | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
