2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,191 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 943 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
Model | IS | Freelander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |