2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 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 73 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 45. 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 (240 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Freelander | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
