2009 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cruze | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |