2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb 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 205 kg more than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Superb. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
