2006 Ford GT vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford GT 2004 Land Rover Freelander
Make Ford Land Rover
Model GT Freelander
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2560 mm


 

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