2000 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 323 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
