2000 Renault P55 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 Renault P55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault P55 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 (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault P55. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault P55. 2000 Renault P55 has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault P55 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault P55 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | P55 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
