2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Freelander | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
