2008 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 135 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
