2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Sportage | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
