2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 834 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Indica. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Tata |
| Model | Freelander | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
