2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. 2000 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2002 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Freelander | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
