2007 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Carens | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
