2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 650 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 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN 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. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
| Model | Freelander | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3078 mm |
