2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 253 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |