2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 100 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 2008 Opel Zafira. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira 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 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |