2002 Buick Century vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Century | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
