2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.

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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Land Rover Volkswagen
Model Freelander Phaeton
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 222 HP
Torque 240 Nm 450 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2440 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 90 L


 

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