2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | D-MAX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2560 mm |
