2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 176 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Superb. 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, 2008 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb 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 | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Superb |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
