2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 96 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Freestyle | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
