2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freelander | ML |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |