2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
