2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus ES weights approximately 1036 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus ES. 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, 2002 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. 2002 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
