2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
