2008 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Civic | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |