2008 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 03-Sep | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Saab | Land Rover |
| Model | 03-Sep | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
