2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1474 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escape | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 302 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |