2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
