2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Freelander | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freelander | ML |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 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 | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |