2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
Model | Defender | Freelander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |