2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 332 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Freelander | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
