2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Freelander | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |