2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Freelander | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |