2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (332 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ESX 3 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
