2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2001 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | GX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 263 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
