1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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 1999 Ford F-150. 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 (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | F-150 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
