1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 14 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 565 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Freelander | iQ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |
