1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Pontiac | Land Rover |
Model | Salsa | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2708 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |