1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 193 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 2010 Citroen C5. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2010 Citroen C5 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. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
| Model | Freelander | C5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
