2007 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 178 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 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 530 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
