2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 946 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. 2006 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2002 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Sprinter | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2560 mm |