2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 178 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 2007 Skoda Superb. 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. 2007 Skoda Superb 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. 2007 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
