2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2008 Ford Maverick (265 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Maverick | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
