2002 Acura EL vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | EL | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
