2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 140 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 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
