2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
