2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 1 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. 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 (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
