2004 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
