2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2004 Land Rover Freelander and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP) has 400 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 574 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
