2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
