2008 Acura TSX vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 4 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, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.

Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura TSX 2004 Land Rover Freelander
Make Acura Land Rover
Model TSX Freelander
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 175 HP
Torque 222 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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