2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Freelander | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
