2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Holden Cruze. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Freelander | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
