2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Ranger | Freelander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 420 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |