2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
