2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series 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 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Freelander | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 181 L |
