2000 Mitsubishi SSS vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi SSS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 727 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
| Model | SSS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
