2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 70 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.
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 Jaguar X-Type (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | X-Type | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
