2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A4 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |