2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freelander | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
