2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
