2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 13 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | Freelander | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2295 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
