2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Freelander | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
