2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |