1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 820 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | Freelander | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
