2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 45 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
