1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 843 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Silverado | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |