2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |