1999 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. 1999 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
