2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Freelander | R2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |