2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
