2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura CL would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Acura CL. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura CL weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura CL. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Acura CL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Freelander | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2715 mm |
