2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2083 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Donkervoort | Land Rover |
Model | D8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |