2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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 530 (540 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Freelander | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |