2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS 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 695 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Lexus GS 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 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 277 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
