2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C5 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1442 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
