1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2005 Volvo XC90 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. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Freelander | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1438 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
