1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 320 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
