2005 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A3 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
