2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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 (174 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 118 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 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
