2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
