2009 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 14 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | MDX | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |