2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2001 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Equinox | Freelander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |