2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Transit Connect | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |