2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 147 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |