2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 705 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. 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 328 (271 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 328 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
