2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
