2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (193 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 217 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z4 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
