2003 Ford GT vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
