2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1601 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Edge | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |