2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
