2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 356 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
