1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 745 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 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Freelander | T5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3410 mm |