2008 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ka | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
