2004 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 987 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
Model | Sharan | Freelander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |