1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 12 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 405 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Land Rover | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Freelander | 159 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |