2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 3 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Smart |
| Model | Freelander | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1820 mm |
