2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 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 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A4 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
