1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | A | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
