2009 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.

Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW Z4 2010 Land Rover Freelander
Make BMW Land Rover
Model Z4 Freelander
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L


 

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