1998 Rover 600 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1998 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 600 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Rover | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1848 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |