2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Matrix | Freelander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |