2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 55 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freelander | CLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |