2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freelander | Challenger |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |