2000 Ford Artic vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2003 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2003 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Artic | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Artic | Freelander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |