1999 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A2. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A2. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A2. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A2 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
