2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG TF. 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2007 MG TF has manual transmission. 2007 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Freelander | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
