1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 71 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 BMW 325 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. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
