1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2004 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
