2002 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1607 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Suzuki | Land Rover |
Model | Jimny | Freelander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 229 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |