2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1640 kg |
