2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
